Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups (281g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (227g)
- Light brown sugar, packed: 1 cup (200g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Large egg: 1
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Chopped pecans: 1 cup (100g)
Praline Glaze
- Light brown sugar, packed: 1/4 cup (50g)
- Heavy cream: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
- Corn syrup: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
- Unsalted butter, cubed: 2 tablespoons (28g)
- Vanilla extract: 1/4 teaspoon (1ml)
- Chopped pecans: 1/2 cup (50g)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
- Combine: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in chopped pecans.
- Shape and Bake: Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly with a fork. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
- Make Praline Glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, heavy cream, corn syrup, butter, and vanilla extract. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans.
- Glaze Cookies: Immediately after removing cookies from the oven, brush with hot praline glaze. Allow to cool before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per cookie (based on 8 cookies)
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
Dish Characteristics:
- Crisp exterior with a soft and chewy interior
- Sweet and nutty flavor from pecans and praline glaze
- Perfect for dessert or as a sweet snack
User Comments:
- "These cookies are absolutely addicting! The praline glaze takes them to the next level."
- "I love that they're easy to make and so delicious."
- "The perfect treat to satisfy my sweet tooth without feeling guilty."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the cookie dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
- Use good quality pecans for the best flavor.
- If you don't have parchment paper, you can grease the baking sheet instead.
- Let the cookies cool slightly before brushing with the hot praline glaze, as the glaze will set quickly.
